REDHAT-BUG-2404426: Medium severity Moodle Moodle vulnerability

Published Oct 16, 2025
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Updated

Insufficient handling of access control checks in the courseoutputfragmentcourseoverview() function allows information about restricted courses to be returned to users lacking proper permissions. An attacker with a valid Moodle account could exploit this to view metadata about inaccessible courses.

Versions affected: 5.0 to 5.0.2 Versions fixed: 5.0.3

Affected Software

1 affected component
Moodle Moodle>=5.0<=5.0.2

Event History

Oct 16, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:12 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2404426?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2404426 is considered critical due to the potential exposure of restricted course information.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2404426?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2404426, it is recommended to update your Moodle version to at least 5.0.3, where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2404426?

REDHAT-BUG-2404426 is an access control vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to restricted course metadata.

4

Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2404426?

Users with valid Moodle accounts who lack proper permissions to view restricted courses are at risk from REDHAT-BUG-2404426.

5

Can REDHAT-BUG-2404426 be exploited remotely?

Yes, an attacker can exploit REDHAT-BUG-2404426 remotely if they have a valid Moodle account.

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